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Welcoming Change This Fall
This fall's Luxe & Luminous Collection box theme is “changing colors.” During this season, we can enjoy cool, crisp days, radiant blue skies and scenic drives filled with foliage. We’re changing our clocks, our closets, our class schedules and more. Another thing that’s changing is that the days are getting shorter—darknessarrives a little bit earlier each night. Emotionally, some changes may be difficult, like those involving loss, uncertainty or struggle. During...
'Solace' by Clarissa Scott Delany, 1901-27
My window opens out into the treesAnd in that small spaceOf branches and of skyI see the seasons passBehold the tender greenGive way to darker heavier leaves.The glory of the autumn comesWhen steeped in mellow sunlightThe fragile, golden leavesAgainst a clear blue skyLinger in the magic of the afternoonAnd then reluctantly break offAnd filter down to paveA street with gold.Then bare, gray branchesLift themselves against theCold December skySometimes weaving a...
Fall Closet Refresh
Ah, mornings. Either we stare at a closet full of “nothing to wear,” or we reach for the same tired outfits. Professional organizers often arrange clothes by color. If you’re ready to put together some fall outfits, why not give it a try?Arranging clothes by color instead of season or style creates an eclectic display. It’s easier to mix things up, experiment and cross the boundary of “dressing for the season.”...
Easy Chic That Moves With You
We loooove an outfit that keeps us cool and comfortable in our skin all day. For a breathable, breezy and nonrestrictive summer look that says “put together” rather than “thrown together,” reach for body-skimming pieces with a little structure.
Instant Shine! Try a New Neckline
For many melanated beauties, that real estate south of the chin is a lovely and low-key place to show off flawless skin. Revealing a bit of collarbone, throat or even shoulder draws the eye upward and can be a beautiful complement to natural hair, an updo or statement jewelry.
5 Ways to Protect Our Skin
If you ever had someone say you look 10 years younger than you are, here’s why scientifically they might be right.
Tune In to Your Unique Beauty
When you’re glowing within, it shows. That’s why we’ve curated a playlist that’ll have you feeling yourself, Sis!
Meet Our Featured Maker: Cheryl Polote-Williamson
Cheryl Polote-Williamson is a multi-hyphenated motivator. The award-winning author is also a filmmaker, executive producer, editor, speaker and coach. She custom designed the journals for this season's Luxe & Luminous collection to affirm, uplift and inspire!
Hello, Beautiful
If you’re like a lot of sisters, you probably use positive affirmations to help you feel good. But have you discovered the magic of mirror work? Quite simply, mirror work is saying positive affirmations to yourself in front of a mirror. Christiana Ibilola Awosan, a New York– based marriage/couples and family therapist, told Sisters From AARP that this simple practice invites us to lovingly embrace our full selves. That’s especially important for...
Be Seen, Queen!
This summer’s Luxe & Luminous Collection subscription box theme is “Grown and Gorgeous.” It’s your invitation to celebrate what makes you beautiful at the age and stage you are right now. Speaking of beautiful, how gorgeous is this culturally inspired new Luxe & Luminous box? Sisters Art Director Dian Holton designed this container exclusively for us.